Cornerstone AL
Memory Care, Home Care, Palliative Care & Respite Care · Mason City, IA

Cornerstone AL

Memory Care, Home Care, Palliative Care & Respite Care · Mason City, IA

Overview of Cornerstone Al

Cornerstone operates a 92-bed nursing wing at 300 2nd Street Northeast in Mason City, Iowa. Managed under the Good Shepherd Geriatric Center network, the facility records a compact daily layout, running at a 33 percent occupancy rate with approximately 30 residents. The front desk coordinates medical billing across traditional out-of-pocket transactions, federal Medicare benefits, and standard state Medicaid channels. Stays at this location average about 188 days, establishing a daily schedule that blends short-term therapy cases with permanent skilled placements.

The building is highly integrated into its local neighborhood, holding a walkability score of 84 out of 100, meaning visiting family members can easily step out to handle everyday errands entirely on foot. Inside the facility, floor crews arrange a schedule that delivers a daily average of 4 hours and 27 minutes of direct hands-on nursing attention to each person. Shift routines mix the time of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides who supply 24-hour treatment tracking alongside temporary respite care stays to assist families through home health transitions.

State safety logs map out historical compliance patterns under standard health and code reviews over the past two decades. Periodic evaluation surveys have focused on standard healthcare documentation workflows, including administrative medication records, nurse delegation logs, and general environmental safety tracking. The most recent complaint investigation by state health authorities closed out with zero regulatory citations, confirming full alignment with standard public health codes.

Prospective residents can get in touch with the admissions office to double-check waiting list details, learn about the temporary respite setups, or schedule a time to walk through the property.

Bed community size
92-bed community Rank #80 / 406Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 80th out of 406 homes in Iowa for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Iowa facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
24 years in operation Rank #98 / 284Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 98th out of 284 homes in Iowa for Years In Operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Iowa facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 84 / 100 Rank #33 / 528Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 33rd out of 528 homes in Iowa for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Iowa facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
33%
Rank #346 / 379Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 346th out of 379 homes in Iowa for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 379. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Iowa that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Iowa average: 75.4%
Occupied beds
30 / 92
Average occupied beds in Iowa homes 51 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs
StatusActive
IssuanceJuly 12, 2001
ExpirationJuly 12, 2027
CountyCerro Gordo
License NumberS0120
CMS Certification Number165072

Ownership & Operating Entity

Cornerstone AL is administered by Connie Bleile.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax6414231751

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

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Inspection History

In Iowa, the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing conducts unannounced health and safety surveys to monitor compliance and protect residents in long-term care settings.

Since 2005 · 21 years of data 4 deficiencies 12 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Iowa state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2005 vs. Iowa state average
Overall vs. IA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 3 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Total deficiencies (85% below)
• Deficiencies per year (85% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (83% below)
Latest Inspection October 22, 2025

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 427 This facility has 85% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (4 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 85% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2005. 0.21.3 This facility has 85% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (0.2 vs. IA avg 1.3).↓ 85% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.31.8 This facility has 83% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (0.3 vs. IA avg 1.8).↓ 83% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 1215 This facility has had 20% fewer total inspections than the Iowa average (12 vs. IA avg 15). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 20% fewer

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on October 22, 2025, found no regulatory deficiencies during a complaint investigation.
  • The January 11, 2023, renewal inspection cited three deficiencies related to nurse delegation documentation, medication administration, and unlicensed kitchen food storage.
  • Complaint investigations in 2023 and 2025 found no regulatory insufficiencies or substantiated complaints.

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Address 0.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Mason City's city center to Cornerstone AL's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cornerstone AL

Is Cornerstone AL in a walkable area?

Cornerstone AL has a walk score of 84. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Cornerstone AL?

According to IA state health department records, Cornerstone AL's license number is S0120.

When does Cornerstone AL's license expire?

According to IA state health department records, Cornerstone AL's license expires on July 12, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Cornerstone AL?

Cornerstone AL's occupancy is 33%.

Are pets allowed at Cornerstone AL?

No, Cornerstone AL has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Cornerstone AL?

The team at Cornerstone AL can be reached at Connie@goodshepmc.org.

Who is the administrator of Cornerstone AL?

Connie Bleile is the administrator of Cornerstone AL.

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